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It has been three tiring days for students involved in sports, but it has been fun too. Some of my friends got medals, some of my friends did not, neither did I win anything. But still I enjoyed watching my friends compete, to see some of them become so good in sports unexpectedly, I feel proud and happy for them and am encouraged too.

400-metres relay was a torture..... So stressful because teammates depend on each other!

1500-metres individual.... A good start is half the success, but for me a good start was only half the success and it was not enough for any medals. Started strong and confident but could not feel my legs anymore by the last quarter.

400-metres individual....... Was so discouraged by the 400-metres relay that I lost hope long before the race started, did not warm up properly and suffered as a result. By experience I think 400-metres running is a test as well as a competition of willpower rather than just speed. It is neither a sprint nor a long-distance run, it really is and has been a struggle in the will and mind instead of the flesh.

For the 400-metres run, I finished in last place.
You can choose to focus either on the word "finished" or "in last place".
I have to make my choice too, to celebrate and give thanks for finishing the run; or dwell on the fact that everyone was better.

A choice! Choices are always available, nobody can force us to feel happy or sad.
Choose to be happy for friends and competitors who have won; or to sulk and soak in a bath of jealousy.

Choose wisely.